Kolechafesar - Mawal, Pune
Kolechafesar is a village situated in the Mawal tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vadgaon and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Morave serves as the Village Panchayat for Kolechafesar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolechafesar is 556010. The village covers a total geographical area of 679 hectares and falls under the 410506 pincode. Lonavala is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kolechafesar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maval Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kolechafesar
According to the 2011 Census, Kolechafesar village had a total population of 426 people, including 223 males and 203 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.92%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 67.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 223 | 203 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 37 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 135 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 88 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Kolechafesar
Kolechafesar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pale Pawan Mawal | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Tung | South | 1.81 km |
| Pansoli | East | 2.79 km |
| Apati | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Shindgaon | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Majgaon | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Gevhande Apati | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Morave | South-West | 4.02 km |
| Shevati | East | 4.49 km |
| Keware | South-East | 4.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolechafesar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kolechafesar. The nearest railway station is Malavli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonavala to Kolechafesar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Kolechafesar is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolechafesar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolechafesar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolechafesar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolechafesar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolechafesar
Where is Kolechafesar located?
Kolechafesar village is located in Mawal Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kolechafesar?
The Village Panchayat of Kolechafesar is Morave.
What is the pincode of Kolechafesar?
The pincode of Kolechafesar is 410506.
What is the population of Kolechafesar?
Kolechafesar had a total population of 426, including 223 males and 203 females.
How many households are there in Kolechafesar?
Kolechafesar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolechafesar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolechafesar was 69.92%. Male literacy was 72.58% and female literacy was 67.05%.